The pool has a sloped entry, with shower chairs and large family changing facilities. There is a changing bed and hoist for use by trained advocates and carers. Although disabled people are welcome to swim whenever the pool is open to the general public, there is a free session for disabled people on Saturdays between 5 and 6pm.

For further information on swimming courses please contact Birmingham Sport and Events on 0121 464 6037.

Disability Swimming Clubs

The following disability swimming clubs provide a range of swimming opportunties, from recreational to competitive activities:

Wobblers and Wheelies Sports Club

Recreational and coaching swimming sessions for people with physical impairments at Fox Hollies Leisure Centre in Acocks Green. Hoist and pool chairs are available. The club meets on a Friday between 8.30 and 9.30pm.

Recreational and coaching swimming sessions at the Munrow Sports Centre, University of Birmingham, Selly Oak. Pool hoist and shower chairs available. The club meets on a Sunday between 1 and 2.30pm.

West Midlands Disability Swim Squad

This is a squad of junior and senior swimmers from county level through to National/International/Paralympic level. They meet every second Saturday in the month between 9 and 10.30am at Langley Swimming Centre in Oldbury.